Bursaria spinosa

Bursaria spinosa, commonly known as Sweet Bursaria or Australian Blackthorn, is a hardy Australian native shrub or small tree with distinctive spiny branches and clusters of small, fragrant white flowers. This versatile plant produces masses of tiny star-shaped blooms in summer, followed by small papery seed capsules, and serves as an important host for the endangered Eltham Copper Butterfly, providing food and habitat for its larvae.

Growing Conditions:
• Full sun to partial shade
• Adaptable to most soil types
• Excellent drought tolerance
• Very frost hardy to -10°C
• Perfect for cold climate gardens

Dimensions: Grows 2-4m high and 2-3m wide
Maintenance: Very low maintenance, can be pruned to shape
Uses: Screening, windbreaks, native gardens, wildlife habitat, honey production, and supporting the endangered Eltham Copper Butterfly.